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The Ferri Jaguars completed their second undefeated season in a row with a 66-53 win over Deering Middle School last Thursday.
Jordan Diclo led the team with 38 points, scoring more than half of …
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By Matthew Duquette-Siswick
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2/7/25
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Although it was an illness shortened week at St. Rocco School, the students there still celebrated Catholic Schools Week (CSW) in high style.
CSW is an annual celebration of Catholic education …
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By Tim Forsberg
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2/7/25
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The Johnston Senior Center’s spotlight this week shines on Etta Campagnone, a vibrant and inspiring 98-year-old who proves that age is just a number. With an impeccable sense of style and an …
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2/7/25
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The spirit of kindness and generosity is alive and well at Thornton Elementary School, where students have been working hard to make a difference in their community. The 5th Grade Student Council and …
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2/7/25
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Once thought of as a cheap source of protein, eggs have become an investment. Fortunately, Johnston’s own Stamp Egg Farms is helping to crack the case on what’s ruffling feathers in the …
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By TIM FORSBERG
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2/6/25
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It was a case of fire meets ice this week at the pond at Johnston War Memorial Park.
Braving cold temperatures and a partially frozen pond, members of the Johnston Fire Department underwent …
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By Tim Forsberg
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2/6/25
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A contentious discussion unfolded at the Jan. 30 meeting of the Johnston Zoning Board of Review, as a property owner and board members debated the approval of a 6-foot-tall fence at 613 Killingly St.
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By Tim Forsberg
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2/6/25
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There may not have been much snowfall, but
Monday’s dusting was enough to delay area
schools and keep crews busy clearing the roads.
Pictured is Mayzee Moon, who brought her broom
outside to make the most of her snow day. Not to
be outdone, our resilient “tripawed” friend Sawyer
enjoyed some time frolicking in the fresh powder.
(Submitted photos)
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2/6/25
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The undefeated Ferri Middle School girls basketball team kept its season rolling when it beat Gallagher 46-25 in the preliminary round of the playoffs on Tuesday night. The Jaguars were led by Caylee …
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By ALEX SPONSELLER
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2/4/25
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The Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles has gone statewide with a new program aimed at helping drivers with autism.
The Blue Envelope program is a new DMV service that works to facilitate …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
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1/30/25
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Under the guidance of Schools Superintendent Bernard DiLullo and Business Manager Dean Huff, the Johnston School Department is building budget projections for the fiscal year that begins July 1. The …
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By TIM FORSBERG
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1/30/25
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With last year’s budget of $134 million setting the stage, Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. and the town’s departments are preparing financials that address school budget deficits and …
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By TIM FORSBERG
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1/30/25
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In a decisive move during a special Town Council meeting Tuesday, Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. introduced a plan to replace a low-income housing project proposed by a private developer with a new, …
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By TIM FORSBERG
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1/30/25
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The Rhode Island chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union drew a standing-room-only crowd to the William Hall Library in Cranston on Saturday. Library personnel continually turned away late …
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By JOY FOX
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1/29/25
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Johnston wrestler Logan Martins has been a staple in the town’s wrestling community for a decade and has enjoyed a historic senior year at JHS this winter. The all-stater has done some of his …
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By ALEX SPONSELLER
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1/28/25
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Johnston’s own Raymond Courtemanche and his daughter, Allison, recently made magical memories during the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in Orlando, Florida. From January 8 through 12, …
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1/24/25
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People who work at the new Amazon Fulfillment Center in Johnston now have more commuting options – and possible assistance with transportation costs from their employer.
The Rhode Island …
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1/23/25
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Richard DelFino, executive director of the Johnston Senior Center, knows that when new guests and clients arrive, they almost all have rich life stories to tell. He also knows that while many …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
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1/23/25
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Hello. Again.
Six years ago, following a six-year career here, I stood up from the editor’s chair at the Johnston Sun Rise for what I thought was the last time.
I was off to work for …
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Johnston native and La Salle grad Dimetri Iafrate is having a big season on the court for the Wheaton College men’s basketball team in hopes of guiding the Lyons to the NCAA Tournament. The …
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By ALEX SPONSELLER
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1/21/25
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